The Tilt: Hessam's Views on Relationships

Is she leaning towards him? Is it more of a tilt than a lean? These are questions that many ask themselves when viewing Hessam Abrishami's signature works. It is paramount to undestand that the relationship between the characters in his work is not only purposeful but personal. By using proximity and intimacy he alludes to his past relationships and allows for the viewer to connect with moments in their own lives with those closest to them? Who is it that you are leaning towards now? Who has leaned towards you in the past? How has that made you feel?